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L148 PYC

1994 Rover 218

Multi-colour Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,312 mi
Last recorded119,312 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2009
Typical for 1994 Rover 218121,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL148 PYC
MakeRover
Model218
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2009 119,312 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

front number plate partially damaged.

Pass 2 May 2008 109,759 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2007 100,127 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 92,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Rover 218?

Based on 106,618 MOT tests across 21,767 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
21,767
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,334
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8,429
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,994
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,620
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 4,026
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L148 PYC is a 1994 Rover 218 in Multi-colour with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Rover 218 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 121,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 218 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L148 PYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 218 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Rover 218 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L148 PYC registered?

L148 PYC is a 1994 Rover 218, first registered on 29 March 1994.

Is L148 PYC safe to buy?

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